What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Quality Liquid Feeds Inc?
Job Title: Plant Manager
Location: Clovis, NM
Company: Quality Liquid Feeds, Inc. (QLF)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:Quality Liquid Feeds, Inc., a nationwide leader in the development and manufacturing of liquid feed supplements for animals, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Plant Manager for our Clovis, NM location. The Plant Manager will oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing plant, ensuring the highest standards of feed safety, feed quality, and regulatory compliance. This role involves overseeing quality assurance, process improvements, product liability management, and maintaining FDA, Safe Feed Safe Food, State Quality Assurance, and FSMA standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct daily operations of the QLF manufacturing plant, ensuring efficient and safe production processes.
- Manage feed safety and feed quality to comply with regulatory standards, including FDA and FSMA.
- Administer and maintain regulatory compliance for Safe Feed Safe Food and State Quality Assurance.
- Lead and manage continuous process improvements to increase efficiency and product quality.
- Oversee product liability protocols and manage related risks.
- Develop and implement new product initiatives in line with company goals and market demand.
- Ensure proper communication and coordination between different departments, including suppliers and internal teams.
- Track and report plant performance, providing necessary analysis and recommendations for improvement.
- Mentor, coach, and develop plant staff to enhance performance and professional growth.
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in agricultural or related industries is preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills.
- Ability to solve problems effectively and implement solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Experience in coaching and developing teams.
- Ability to work well with others and foster a collaborative work environment.
Desired Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to relate to a variety of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, such as FDA and FSMA, is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Full-time position located at our Clovis, NM manufacturing facility.
- Opportunities to lead a dedicated team and make a significant impact in a growing company.
Why Join Us: At Quality Liquid Feeds, Inc., we value the contributions of our team and offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. Benefits include:
- Health Insurance: 100% of employee's health premium paid by QLF.
- Health Care: Exceptional health care plan through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Dental & Vision Insurance options.
- 401k Plan: Employer match.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Supplemental Benefits options.
- Disability & Life Insurance: Employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including holiday pay, bereavement leave, and jury duty pay.
Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in agricultural or related industries is preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and planning skills.
- Ability to solve problems effectively and implement solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Experience in coaching and developing teams.
- Ability to work well with others and foster a collaborative work environment.
Desired Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to relate to a variety of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, such as FDA and FSMA, is a plus.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letters to our career page https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/801f9120-7c95-4be0-8b84-7e189615252c/Quality-Liquid-Feeds-Inc.
***Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 5th, 2025. ****
Visit our website at QLF.com for more information about our company!
